Is dorming absolutely mandatory for the first two years at SU?

<p>Thing is, I can't afford to go to SU if I have to dorm. But I can certainly afford it if I commute(from a rented apartment or something of the like). If it means anything, I was on the waitlist and got accepted just the other day. Any ideas on what I can do?</p>

<p>Try calling the school, they can be flexible. My friend who just finished freshman year with me and is turning 21 soon, and told housing that he is practically going to be the same age as Seniors, and they said it was okay for him to live off campus.</p>